A Driver Allegedly Well Over the Legal Limit Plowed Into the NYPD 83rd Precinct’s Trunk-or-Treat on Knickerbocker Avenue
BUSHWICK, NEW YORK (November 3, 2026) – Three children and three women were injured in a car accident at the NYPD 83rd Precinct’s Trunk-or-Treat event in Bushwick.
Kings County officials are saying that the accident occurred around 4 PM on Thursday. Families were gathered around the corner near Knickerbocker Avenue and Bleecker Street for the precinct’s Halloween-themed event.
A car reportedly struck pedestrians and a parked ambulance, which then initiated a chain-reaction crash. Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help all of the victims.
A 31-year-old woman and her two daughters were injured in the collision and taken to Bellevue Hospital. Another 53-year-old woman was transported to Elmhurst Hospital to receive care.
A full investigation into the circumstances leading up to the crash remains ongoing.
Liability for Bushwick Trunk-or-Treat Accidents
Drunk driving crashes that injure pedestrians can create several layers of responsibility under New York law. The driver can be held liable for negligence, and a criminal prosecution does not prevent injured people from pursuing a separate civil claim. Liability can also extend to businesses that supply alcohol to any intoxicated driver under New York’s Dram Shop Act. The statute forbids establishments from continuing to provide alcohol to people who are already visibly intoxicated. It is important that several actions are taken after any DUI collision in New York.
- Police Response: The police should be called to the scene as early as possible so that they can begin investigating.
- Alcohol Source: It should be determined if any business supplied the intoxicated driver with alcohol in the hours leading up to the collision.
- Vehicle Ownership: The ownership of the vehicle should also be established. Vehicle owners in New York can be legally responsible for the negligent actions of people who are using that vehicle.
- Legal Representation: Any person injured due to the negligent actions of an intoxicated driver should consider hiring an experienced personal injury attorney.
It can be difficult to know where to begin after any DUI collision in New York. Victims are routinely left with catastrophic injuries that impair their ability to work or perform daily tasks. Children are among the most vulnerable victims when impaired drivers leave the road. According to NHTSA, 221 of the 1,032 children ages 14 and younger killed in traffic crashes in 2024 died in crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver, about 21 percent. Any person injured due to the negligent actions of an intoxicated driver is able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim.
Investigating Pedestrian Accidents in Bushwick
We at GLK Law wish a full recovery to the three children and three women injured at the 83rd Precinct Trunk-or-Treat in Bushwick. We hope this crash leads to accountability for everyone responsible and to safer planning for community events where families gather near traffic. This was a preventable accident that should’ve never taken place. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong for the sake of all who have been impacted.
Have you or a loved one been injured in a New York motor vehicle collision? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of experienced New York City personal injury attorneys is able to help you. We care deeply that the victims get the medical and financial assistance that they need to recover and move forward. You can rest assured that we will do everything in our power to hold all responsible parties accountable for their actions. You are always welcome to contact us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
